Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.

Stir together the vinaigrette and mayonnaise in a 2-cup bowl until combined. Cover and chill until ready to use.

To make the patties, combine the sausage, pork, pepperoncini, Asiago cheese, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Handling the meat as little as possible to avoid compacting it, mix well. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and form the portions into patties to fit the bread sections.

When the grill is ready, brush the grill rack with vegetable oil. Place the patties on the rack, cover, and cook turning once, 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature of 160 degrees F. One minute before removing the patties from the grill, top with the mozzarella slices and place the focaccia, cut sides down, on the grill to lightly toast.

To build the burgers, spread the mayonnaise mixture on the cut sides of each focaccia piece. Place the patties on the bottom focaccia pieces. Add the onion slices, lettuce, and bun tops.

Comments

We love Italian sausage, so it was a little experiment to make a burger. It was quick to make after a day at work and great served with a pasta salad. Hope you enjoy this taste of Little Italy!